Author: Michelle Hunter Tuesday 13 July, a small, elite group of women met to find out more about the Spring Forward career development programme from the UK. Despite the heat, we all gathered over a glass of nearly cold rosé wine and enjoyed the ambience in the welcoming rooms of coworking0711.  At the agreed time, we hooked up via skype with Sue Hewitt in her office in Cumbria while we in Stuttgart sat around the computer. Sue briefly explained the set up of the programme: 2 workshops over 3 months. The first workshop of 2 days with the follow up workshop usually of 1 ½ days. We asked what were some of the issues raised in previous programmes. Significantly, individuals face barriers to their progression at work, such as: Difficulties with talking to the boss Being ignored in meetings Having one’s contributions overlooked Not getting recognition for positive or important things achieved at work Sue also explained that Spring Forward can benefit you if you are self employed, a solo-preneur or running a small business. …